Banyan Tree Seychelles is located on the south-western coast line of Mahe, the main island of the Republic of Seychelles. Also a 30 minute drive from Seychelles International Airport and 45 minutes drive from the capital, Victoria.

Hotel Accommodation
All accomodations can accommodate up to 2 adults + 1 child to 16years and have the following amenities.

• King size bed
• Turndown service
• Executive desk
• Mini bar
• Coffee & tea making facilities
• IDD telephone
• Internet connection
• Flat screen colour TV
• DVD / CD player
• Stereo system
• Electronic Locker Box
• Air-conditioning
• Ceiling fan
• Bathroom with “His and Her” vanity counters
• Steam and shower room
• Hairdryer
• Bathrobes
• “His and Her” vanity bags and slippers
• Spacious living and dining pavilions
• Outdoor shower
• Outdoor private infinity pool

HILLSIDE POOL VILLA
Snuggled high along a granite mountain backbone, each of the Hillside Pool Villas offers glorious views of the Indian Ocean and the surrounding rainforests. Thoughtful details such as the submerged ‘couple seat’ in the private dip pool, and an indoor sunken bathtub make up this romantic haven for two.
No. of Villas: 22 Villas
Size: 97 square metres
Pool-size 16 square metres
Services/Amenities
• Sunken bath
• Hillside views of Intendance Bay
• One Bedroom

POOL VILLA BY THE ROCKS
Nestled among the majestic boulders along Intendance Bay, the six villas set provides seclusion and
spectacular views of the Indian Ocean.
No. of Villas: 04 Villas
Size: 105 square meters
Pool-size 16 square meters
Services/Amenities
• Outdoor jet pool
• Outdoor private pool embedded in the granite boulders
• Hillside views of Intendance Bay
• One Bedroom

BEACHFRONT SPA POOL VILLA
Amongst the luxurious facilities found in the Beachfront Spa Pool Villa is an exclusive spa or dining pavilion that doubles as a lounge area. One of the most striking features of the villa, is the unique artwork created by local artist, George Camille, based on the island’s legendary coco-de-mer nut.
No. of Villas: 22 Villas
Size: 250 square metres
Pool-size 32 square metres
Services/Amenities
• Steam and shower room
• Outdoor jet pool
• Private sun deck
• Beach front access
• One Bedroom

INTENDANCE POOL VILLA
Limited to only 5 villas, this exclusive collection offers a bird’s eye view of the Indian Ocean and Intendance Bay. Offering a sense of seclusion and understated luxury, the villa designs exudes exotic charm and elegance.
No. of Villas: 05 Villas
Size: 130 square metres
Pool-size 16 square metres
Services/Amenities
• Outdoor jet pool
• Panoramic hillside views of Intendance Bay
• One Bedroom

PRESIDENTIAL POOL VILLA
Nestled among rocks that stretch almost to the sea, the lavish Presidential Villa offers a dramatic view of the
whole Intendance Bay and its natural surrounds. A symbol of the ultimate in luxury. exclusivity and privacy, the Presidential Villa occupies its very own private cove by the water’s edge, while blending seamlessly into the lush vegetation. It can be combined to the near by Hillside Pool Villa to become a two bedroom double
pool Presidential Villa.
No. of Villas: 01 Villa
Size: 446 square metres
Pool-size: 42 square metres
Services/Amenities
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Guest bathroom
• Outdoor jet pool
• Large sundeck
• BeachFront
• Private free-form infinity swimming pool across the granite boulders

2 BEDROOM DOUBLE POOL VILLA
Amongst the luxurious exclusive facilities found in the new Beachfront Double Pool Villa is the butler service
that comes with each of the 6 villas. One of the most striking features is the double pool and spaciousness
that evokes the ‘home away from home feeling’.
No. of Villas: 06 Villas
Size: 826 square metres
Pool-sizes 43/31.5 square metres
Services/Amenities
• Outdoor jet pool
• 2 outdoor private pools
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Villa Host (Butler service)
• Private sun deck
• Beach front access

Also included in the 2 Bedroom Villa are the following
• 24 hour Villa Host service (equivalent to Butler Service)
• Daily in villa breakfast served by a Villa Host for four persons
• One deluxe Intimate Moment per stay
• 90 Minute Massage for 1 person per stay
• Complimentary non-alcoholic beverages (excluding fresh juices)
• A special Gallery gift upon arrival
• Choice of daily In Villa afternoon tea or pre-dinner cocktails
• Daily fruit basket
• 24 hour internet access
• 24 hour I-pod usage

Hotel Restaurants and Bars
SAFFRON
Banyan Tree’s signature restaurant specialises in modern Thai cuisine, and its elegant Thai-style décor reflects this. Thai silk brocades, hand-woven by Thai village women, are draped along the walls as art work, and the banana leaf, an important element of Asian cuisine, is creatively incorporated in the furnishing as the main design element.

AU JARDIN d'EPICES
Contemporary African is the theme for Au Jardin d’Epices, which serves Western & Creole Cuisine. The interior design keeps to primitive patterns and natural textures such as rock and wood. Naturally dried Indonesian creepers adds an exotic touch, and the mirrors reflecting the view of Intendance Bay outside brings the beauty of the nature indoors to the diners.

LA VARANGUE BAR
A cosmopolitan environment designed with an open plan view situated at the top of the Jardin Au d’Epices
restaurant and next to the lobby area, serving a combination of international cocktails, spirits, wines and champagne. Ideal for sundowners and pre-dinner drinks.

IN VILLA DINING
Unwind as the chefs create a memorable dining experience personally tailored to individual needs and fanciful imagination in the comfort of your own villa. Dine in the ultimate intimacy created by culinary experts and discreet delivery staff.

Hotel Activities and Entertainment
BEACH ACTIVITIES
The picturesque Anse Intendance offers enjoyable swimming most of the year. At times during the year, the sea can become choppy, so weaker swimmers should take care.

BEACH PICNICS
Beach Picnics can be arranged through Villa Dining. To be taken to any beach upon request.

CANOEING
Explore Anse Intendance while paddling in a 1 or 2 birth canoe. Equipment is available free of charge from the watersports attendants, who are located at the Main Pool. This activity is subject to weather and
sea conditions.

Champagne on the rocks
An exclusive sundowner with your own private butler at one of the most spectacular sea views of Intendance
Bay. Enjoy your champagne and canapes in between the granite boulders in a truly romantic location.

Creole cooking class
Take home a real authentique memory of Seychelles and show off your skills with a fun filled session of local
culinary delights. This will be held with a personalized Chef in the new Creole Restaurant Chez Lamare.

Mountain Biking
Explore the local areas of Intendance, Takamaka or as far as your legs will take you with the modern multi-speed mountain bikes, available free of charge.

Tennis
Open air hard green surface tennis court available on site, including optional professional tennis coach available on request.

Yoga
Enjoy a delightful session to enlighten you internally and externally with a professional yoga master in the tranquil surroundings of your personal villa or in any of the public areas of the hotel.

Games
Chess, Dominoes, Lenga, Monopoly, Scrabble, Trivial Pursuit and Playing Cards are just some of the games
available in the Library, located adjacent to the Lobby.

Hotel Children Information
Children 6years and under are free of charge. Child prices are available for children from 7 to 16years. Children are not permitted in their own Villa. Villas can accommodate 1 child sharing with parents.

Diving Information
Diving
There are preferred PADI-certified Dive Operators located on Mahe. They can organise courses, introductory sessions and full dive programmes, and also provide complimentary transfers. At times during the year, they also provide dive trips directly from Intendance Beach for your convenience.

Spa Information
Banyan Tree Spa
Snuggled artfully among the virgin jungle vegetation are the eight beautiful hillside pavilions of the award winning Banyan Tree Spa. Let the trained therapists soothe your cares away with the full range of spa treatments and packages, such as the signature Harmony Banyan and Royal Banyan. The glass walls of the spa pavilions create a feeling of openness and allow Mother Nature to cradle you as you drift off into a state of deep relaxation.

The Banyan Tree Spa Seychelles features:
Eight pavilions: featuring side-by-side treatment beds and steam rooms. From the total, two pavilions offer Jacuzzi with one of the pavilion also offering rain- shower cum steam room facility.
Salon: offering hair care, pedicure and manicure services.

Hotel Additional Guest Services
Green Sea Turtle Watch
Every year from October to February, the Intendance beach becomes home to the Green Sea Turtle who come
to lay their eggs, a privilege that guests extremely enjoy.

Hotel Local Attractions
Island Tour
Costs available at reception
Explore the capital Victoria and Selwyn Selwyn Clarke Market, with the luxury of stopping at the local attractions and of course the best shopping spots. With a local guide at hand you will have all the inside information on the best spots and interesting stories. Then enjoy the amazing coastal ride back to the hotel.

Fishing
Costs for full day and half day available.
The Seychelles contains some of the richest fishing grounds in the world, a multi-faceted and exciting fishing destination for amateurs and professionals alike. An abundance of pelagic fish including Sailfish, Marlin, Tuna, Jack, Wahoo, Giant Barracuda and Rainbow Runner scours offshore in and among shoals of baitfish. Its an experience you will never forget! Half day and Full day big game options available.

Errata
All guests on honeymoon, taking advantage of the honeymoon special offers will be required to provide a copy of their wedding certificate at time of booking or prior to arrival.